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Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars in adults that usually emerge during the late teens or early twenties. For some people, wisdom teeth will grow in like other molars without any issues. For others, wisdom teeth might not be able to grow due to crowding or gum issues. In this case, you may require wisdom teeth removal. Thankfully, this is a very common dental procedure and your family dentist...

With the COVID-19 pandemic everything has changed – and it’s especially true for both medical and dental practitioners. As a dentist in Woodbridge, Dr. Lloyd Pedvis is setting up for the future, with new technologies and new procedures in an effort to provide the safest possible dentistry.

It’s officially 2020, a new decade full of possibilities! Many people choose to start January with resolutions to improve their life in the new year. This may include resolutions to get fit, lose a few pounds, reconnect with friends and family or reduce stress. Why not make a resolution this year to have better dental health? A true investment in your long-term health, prioritizing your oral...

Many adults fear the day their wisdom teeth begin to impact and cause discomfort, requiring removal in order to be remedied. Wisdom teeth can be annoying and painful if ignored, but many people hesitate to get wisdom teeth removed, pushing the surgery off until it is absolutely necessary. Although wisdom teeth can be removed before you start to feel pain, what should you do if you’ve ignored...

A large proportion of the population deals with frequent tooth pain or sensitivity that is exacerbated at night. Often, we don’t notice pain or sensitivity until we finally go to rest our heads and fall asleep. Both pain and sensitivity can be caused by a variety of common ailments, and prolonged discomfort should always be discussed with your dentist. Tooth pain and sensitivity should each be...

At the end of a long day, we all like to be able to snuggle into bed and drift into a peaceful and refreshing sleep. However, many people don’t realize they are experiencing a toothache until it begins to nag them at night. You may find you are going to fall asleep only to be kept awake by an annoying and painful toothache. Unfortunately, most people can’t visit their dentist at night and are...

As the saying goes, no outfit is ever complete without a smile. Having the ability to put your best face forward and feel confident in your smile and laugh is a lifelong gift. A healthy, beautiful smile can help you feel more comfortable in your skin, while also improving oral and mental health. There are many reasons that you may require dental work, and it’s important to understand the steps...

You have finally decided to get the perfect Hollywood smile you’ve always dreamt of, but are wondering is cosmetic dentistry worth it? In modern society, beauty and youth play a bigger role than ever before, and it is not surprising that cosmetic dental procedures gain more and more popularity among men and women alike. The good news is that at Mackenzie Dental Centre, we are determined to meet...

Halloween is approaching and we all know the sugar in the treats our kids get are bad for their teeth (and ours as adults). But do we really consider why that is? It’s a good idea to understand why sugar is so bad for your teeth and can decay them. Basically, when bacteria eat the sugar and leftover food in your mouth, a weak acid is produced. That acid is the unwanted culprit that can...

Although dental crowns are widely used (and with great success), there are times when a dental crown may come loose for some reason and even fall off. If you have a dental crown (or crowns) installed, it’s important to know what you should do if your dental crown falls off. Whatever the case, any issue with a dental crown requires immediate professional care.